Manufacturing Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY

Matthews International York, Pennsylvania plant is a high-end wood working plant mixing traditional manufacturing techniques with state-of-the-art automation to produce industry leading caskets.  The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for improving quality and production processes.  This can be collaboratively in a team environment or individually.  The incumbent will work with shop floor employees as well as other technical staff and management.

The expectations below are not meant to be all-inclusive but to highlight major areas of responsibility that are accomplished in this role, either personally, collaboratively or through a team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate and implement improvements to manufacturing processes that promote quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Assists in designing and implementing fixturing/jigs to improve quality and productivity.
• Optimizes facility layouts, production lines, and machine operations.
• Collaborates with other engineers, contractors, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and delays in production.
• Train staff in new and existing processes.

• Resolves customer quality issues as needed.  This may include direct customer contact and interaction with the sales team or others outside the plant environment.
• Implements changes within the Quality Management System.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set quality standards with the product management team as new products are introduced.
• Maintains accurate documentation of quality standards, work instructions, quality records, and other related documentation.
• Develop methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation of products.
• Performs root cause analysis on product/process-related issues.
• Utilize risk assessment tools (e.g., PFMEAs) to identify actions to reduce risks.
• Improves production processes using Kaizen events, process mapping, 5s, or other lean tools.
• Identify trends and process variations for future improvement initiatives.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 5+  years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of solving problems and implementing improvement.
• Experience with woodworking machinery a plus.
• High level of statistical knowledge and the ability to apply analysis techniques to product and process improvement projects.
• Ability to break down complex situations and perform analysis of complex data and information to deliver effective solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Effective teaching and training skills.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

•    Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see.  
•    Regularly/Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
 
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.